by Marc Ring | Jun 4, 2014 | Consulting, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
From 1 July 2014, significant reforms reshaped the Victorian workers’ compensation system. The Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation (WIRC) Act 2013 came into effect, simplifying Workcover laws and introducing new premium arrangements. These changes...
by Marc Ring | May 14, 2014 | Consulting, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
The Australian Government’s 2014–15 Budget introduced reforms that directly impacted the workers’ compensation system. These changes aimed to strengthen fairness, reduce employer costs, and ensure the long?term sustainability of Workcover schemes across the...
by Marc Ring | Apr 16, 2014 | Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
Bullying remains a significant concern in Australia, affecting both schools and workplaces. Recent reviews and national strategies highlight a sharp increase in claims under anti-bullying laws, particularly in education settings. With new requirements mandating faster...
by Marc Ring | Mar 26, 2014 | Consulting, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
For a while now there has been a raging debate of the benefits of public versus privatisation of NSW Workers Compensation. NSW Premier, Mr Barry O’Farrell, has driven dramatic changes to NSW workers compensation over the last 18 months with businesses being the...
by Marc Ring | Mar 19, 2014 | Consulting, Work Health & Safety, Workers Compensation
Tony Abbott today has announced, aimed at delivering promised $1 billion-a-year cuts to red tape for business, charities, etc. For businesses that operate across states, Tony Abbott today has announced red tape repeals that will encourage these businesses to enter the...
